Islam: Muslims integral part of Europe, EU Commissioner said

Stop restrictive laws, anti-Muslim discrimination, Muiznieks

(ANSAMed) - STRASBOURG, JULY 24 - ''The time has come to accept
Muslims as an integral part of European societies, and to
guarantee them dignity and equality,'' EU Human Rights
Commissioner Mils Muiznieks said on Tuesday.
''Governments must stop anti-Muslim laws and policies, and
reinforce bans on religious discrimination in all sectors,''
Muiznieks said.

His statements come on response to recent surveys by
institutions and NGOs showing that Muslims living in Europe want
to interact with Europeans and participate fully in society, but
that they are constantly marginalized by prejudice,
discrimination, and violence.
In some countries including Italy, restrictive anti-Muslim laws
and measures are being introduced, while right-wing and populist
parties use anti-Muslim rhetoric to sway voters, according to
the surveys. (ANSAMed).